Monsoon Cravings: Try these hot and fried nibbles

The rains are finally here, bringing much-needed respite from the scorching heat. Accompanying the burst of greenery is the revitalising of sun-dried soil and the filling of rivers and lakes.

Speak of the monsoon and what comes to mind (apart from potholes, water-logging and traffic jams) is a walk around Marine Drive eating bhutta, or chana chor garam, or simply relaxing at home with a hot brew and some bhajiyas…Indeed, no monsoon is complete without indulging in crispy fried rainy day specials – hot and fried is what the season makes you crave.

Up ahead on the menu are the expected appetisers combined with some offbeat monsoon choices including a healthy salad (for the fitness enthusiasts who would go nowhere near fried stuff), hot soup and other international specials.